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NEW YORK vs. SANTA BARBARA
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New York, New York vs. Santa Barbara, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is
29.2%
more expensive
than New York, New York.
You would need a salary of
$38,772
in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, California is
more expensive
than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
125% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to New York, Santa Barbara is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
70.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
40.1% lower
Commute
46.4% lower
Health
11.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.4% lower
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